Safety Manager

SPC Co.; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Compensation package

401(k) plan

Medical coverage

Wellness benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

SPC Co. in New Jersey is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Manager to oversee occupational health and safety programs across project sites.

You will analyze trends, ensure regulatory compliance, conduct safety orientations, and review procedures to safeguard workers on site. You will lead the safety program, perform incident trend analysis, coordinate training and toolbox talks, manage permits and certifications, and provide technical support to the construction teams to promote a safe,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Health & Safety or related field.
• 8+ years’ experience in construction or safety.
• Experience managing construction or safety teams.
• Ability to train and mentor safety professionals.
• Identify onsite safety risks and mitigation strategies.
• Knowledge of construction site equipment and methods.

Responsibilities

• Oversees safety program and procedures for project sites within the district.
• Performs trend analysis and tracks incidents, injuries and property damage.
• Develops and conducts safety orientations, trainings and toolbox talks.
• Ensures project permits and certifications are active and documented.
• Provides technical support for training, equipment, and inspections.
• Oversees equipment maintenance and safety items for onsite crews.
• Provides project status and trend analyses to management.
• Manages injury reporting and corrective action plans.
• Reviews DHA and JHA documentation for the project plan.
• Creates and approves worksite safety and evacuation plans; supports emergency planning.

Skills

Safety leadership

Training & mentoring

Incident investigation

Risk assessment

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health & Safety

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced health and safety leader passionate about creating a safe and healthy workplace? As the Health and Safety Manager, you will oversee occupational health and safety programs, analyze trends and ensure compliance with regulations to safeguard one or more project sites within the same District. Your role involves providing technical expertise, conducting safety orientations and reviewing safety procedures. Collaborate with industry experts and committed teams to promote a safe working environment

How You Will Make an Impact

• Oversees safety program and procedures for one or more project sites within the same District.

• Performs project site trend analysis and ensures accurate tracking of accidents, injuries, fire, property damage and other safety related incidents are recorded.

• Develops and conducts all safety orientations, trainings and oversees project site toolbox talks for all project staff within designated timeframe.

• Ensures all required project permits and certifications are active, documented and tracked for all required construction activities to avoid delays in construction schedule.

• Provides technical expertise to training, equipment needs and inspection requirements to support construction schedule and promote project cost savings.

• Oversees equipment maintenance and procurement for project needs to ensure onsite crews have all necessary safety items before construction activity begins.

• Provides project status and trend analysis to manager and project team, as needed.

• Oversees injury reporting and resolution for entire project site. Reviews investigation documentation and corrective action plans to ensure appropriate mitigation strategies are implemented on the job site.

• Reviews and approves Daily Hazard Analysis (DHA) from direct reports and personal daily documentation to ensure accurate and timely tracking of safety procedures. Participates in Jobsite Hazard Analysis (JHA) discussions and documentation for the entire project plan.

• Creates, reviews or approves the worksite safety and evacuation plan for the project site. Supports emergency response and vehicle access planning with Project Manager.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s Degree in Health & Safety or a related field preferred.

• 8+ years’ experience in construction or safety required.

• Experience managing construction or safety teams required.

• Developed skills identifying and mentoring direct report safety professionals. Assigning tasks and training to build a strong and well balanced internal team.

• Able to provide training and learning opportunities for construction teams based on expert safety knowledge and standard safety principles.

• Proven skill to identify onsite project safety risks and develop innovative and compliant mitigation strategies within safety program and agency requirement standards.

• Expert knowledge of construction site equipment, methods and processes.

• Strong verbal, written and presentation skills with all levels of the organization.

Why Join Our Team

Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:

• Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
• Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
• Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.

Salary Min

USD $120,000.00/Yr.

Salary Max

USD $140,000.00/Yr.